Powerful 4 Burner Built-In BBQ in a Modern Graphite Finish
Bring versatile Beefeater performance into your outdoor kitchen with the Beefeater 1600 Series 4 Burner Built-In BBQ in Graphite (BBG1640DA).
Powered by four 17 MJ/hr cast-iron burners, the BBG1640DA delivers 68 MJ/hr of total burner output, giving you plenty of heat for steak, burgers and everyday grilling while still providing the control needed for roasting and indirect cooking.
The generous 3,840cm² cooking area combines a porcelain-enamelled cast-iron grill and hotplate, while stainless steel vaporisers help distribute heat and reduce flare-ups.
A double-layer rollback hood with full-width glass viewing window and integrated temperature gauge gives you excellent versatility for hood-down cooking, while Quartz Start ignition and a front-access full-width drip tray make the 1600 Series practical to use and clean.
Why Choose the Beefeater 1600 Series 4 Burner?
The BBG1640DA combines a useful four-burner footprint with higher-output 17 MJ/hr burners and a distinctive dark Graphite finish.
Key Features
- 4 × 17 MJ/hr cast-iron burners
- 68 MJ/hr total burner output
- 3,840cm² total cooking area
- Powder-coated Graphite finish
- Porcelain-enamelled cast-iron hotplate
- Porcelain-enamelled cast-iron grill
- Stainless steel vaporisers
- Double-layer rollback roasting hood
- Full-width glass viewing window
- Integrated temperature gauge
- Elevated multifunctional cooking rack
- Quartz Start ignition on all burners
- Fully seam-welded vitreous enamel firebox
- Front-access full-width drip tray
- Individual zinc cast control dials
- LPG configuration
- Natural Gas conversion available
- 804mm overall width
These features make the BBG1640DA particularly attractive for medium-size outdoor kitchens where cooking performance and usable bench space both matter.
Four Powerful 17 MJ/hr Cast-Iron Burners
The BBG1640DA uses four cast-iron burners, each producing:
17 MJ/hr
Together they deliver:
68 MJ/hr Total Burner Output
Beefeater describes cast iron as quick to heat, consistent in operation and highly durable.
Four independently controlled burners also give you the flexibility to create different heat zones.
Use higher heat for:
- Steak
- Burgers
- Lamb
- Kebabs
- Seafood
Or reduce selected burners for:
- Chicken
- Sausages
- Vegetables
- Roasting
- Indirect cooking
- Slower hood-down cooks
3,840cm² Cooking Area
The BBG1640DA provides a generous 3,840cm² total cooking area.
The cooking surface includes:
- 1 porcelain-enamelled cast-iron hotplate
- 1 porcelain-enamelled cast-iron grill
This gives you dedicated surfaces for both traditional grilling and flat-plate cooking.
Use the Grill For
- Steak
- Chicken
- Lamb
- Burgers
- Fish
- Kebabs
- Vegetables
Use the Hotplate For
- Bacon
- Eggs
- Sausages
- Onions
- Smash burgers
- Prawns
- Breakfast cooking
Durable Porcelain-Enamelled Cast-Iron Cooktop
Beefeater uses porcelain-enamelled cast iron for both the hotplate and grill.
The company highlights the cooking surface for its durability, rust resistance, fast heat-up and ability to hold heat evenly.
That combination makes it well suited to regular family cooking as well as high-temperature grilling.
Modern Graphite Finish
The BBG1640DA is the dark Graphite version of the Beefeater 1600 Series 4 Burner Built-In BBQ.
Beefeater specifies the finish as:
Powder Coated – Graphite.
The dark finish works particularly well with:
- Black outdoor-kitchen cabinetry
- Charcoal cabinetry
- Dark compact laminate
- Black sinks and mixers
- Light stone for contrast
- Dark stone benchtops
- Contemporary alfresco designs
It gives customers an alternative to the traditional stainless steel built-in BBQ appearance.
Double-Layer Rollback Hood
The BBG1640DA uses a double-layer rollback roasting hood.
Unlike a conventional hood that swings through a large arc behind the BBQ, the rollback design moves back over the body of the appliance while opening.
That makes the 1600 Series particularly useful in outdoor kitchens where available rear space matters.
The hood also allows you to use the BBQ for:
- Whole chickens
- Roasts
- Larger cuts
- Indirect cooking
- Slower cooking
- Hood-down grilling
Beefeater specifies the hood as stainless steel with two layers.
Full-Width Glass Viewing Window
The hood features a full-width glass viewing window, allowing you to check your food without continually opening the BBQ.
This helps retain heat during:
- Roasting
- Whole chicken cooks
- Brisket
- Larger cuts
- Longer indirect cooks
Integrated Temperature Gauge
An integrated temperature gauge is built into the roasting hood.
Together with the full-width viewing window, it provides a convenient way to monitor longer hood-down cooks without repeatedly opening the BBQ.
Stainless Steel Vaporisers
The BBG1640DA uses stainless steel vaporisers above the burners.
Beefeater says these efficiently disperse the flames across the grill and plate while helping reduce flare-ups.
This helps:
- Spread heat more consistently
- Protect the burners from grease
- Reduce flare-ups
- Improve control over fatty foods
Elevated Multifunctional Cooking Rack
The 1600 Series includes an elevated multifunctional cooking rack above the main cooking surface.
Use it to:
- Keep cooked food warm
- Warm bread and burger buns
- Rest meat
- Hold vegetables
- Create a second elevated cooking zone
This gives you extra usable cooking area without increasing the BBQ's footprint.
Quartz Start Ignition
The BBG1640DA uses Quartz Start ignition on all burners.
Beefeater describes the system as designed for quick, easy and consistent ignition.
Individual Burner Controls
Every burner has its own front-mounted control dial, allowing you to independently manage heat across the BBQ.
Beefeater specifically highlights the ability to turn hotplate burners up for searing while keeping grill burners lower for slower cooking.
The controls use individual zinc cast dials with clear heat-level graphics and laser-etched markings.
Fully Seam-Welded Vitreous Enamel Firebox
The BBG1640DA uses a fully seam-welded vitreous enamel firebox.
Beefeater says the welded construction helps prevent moisture and grease from getting into gaps where corrosion can develop over time.
That makes the cooking chamber a durable foundation for a permanent outdoor-kitchen BBQ.
Front-Access Full-Width Drip Tray
Cleanup is made easier with a front-access, full-width drip tray.
The hotplate has raised edges designed to prevent oil and grease spilling over the sides and instead direct it towards the front-access catchment system.
This is especially useful in a built-in BBQ because you don't need access behind the appliance to manage routine grease cleanup.
Compact 804mm Built-In Width
One of the BBG1640DA's strongest practical selling points is its size.
The overall appliance measures:
- Width: 804mm
- Depth: 555mm
- Height with hood closed: 517mm
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Height with hood open: 903mm
At only 804mm wide, it gives you four 17 MJ/hr burners and a 3,840cm² cooking area without taking up as much bench space as many larger four- or five-burner built-in BBQs.
That makes it ideal for:
- Medium-size outdoor kitchens
- Compact alfresco areas
- Kitchens with separate side burners
- Kitchens where preparation space matters
- Customers wanting a larger cooking surface without an oversized BBQ
These are overall appliance dimensions. Always use Beefeater's current installation manual for cabinetry cut-outs, clearances and heat-shield requirements.
LPG with Natural Gas Conversion Available
The BBG1640DA is supplied as a gas BBQ and Beefeater lists Natural Gas conversion as available through spare parts.
Beefeater's current compatibility guide confirms the BNGB001 Natural Gas Conversion Kit fits the BBG1640DA.
Conversion should be completed in accordance with Beefeater's instructions and Australian gas requirements. Beefeater also advises that Natural Gas conversion and installation be undertaken by an appropriately qualified gas fitter or plumber.
BBG1640DA vs BBG1640SA – Graphite or Stainless?
The BBG1640DA and BBG1640SA share the same basic 1600 Series four-burner cooking platform.
The major distinction is appearance.
BBG1640DA
- Dark Graphite finish
- 4 × 17 MJ/hr burners
- 68 MJ/hr total output
- 3,840cm² cooking area
- 804mm overall width
BBG1640SA
- Stainless steel appearance
- Same 4-burner format
- Same core 1600 Series cooking features
Choose the BBG1640DA when a dark BBQ better suits the cabinetry and stone used in your outdoor kitchen.
Beefeater 1600 Series vs 1200 Series 4 Burner
The 1600 Series provides some meaningful upgrades over the 1200 Series.
Beefeater 1600 Series BBG1640DA
- 4 × 17 MJ/hr cast-iron burners
- 68 MJ/hr total output
- 3,840cm² cooking area
- Full-width glass viewing window
- Rollback hood
- Elevated multifunction cooking rack
- Full-width front-access drip tray
- Fully seam-welded firebox
- Graphite finish
Beefeater 1200 Series 4 Burner
- 4 × 15 MJ/hr cast-iron burners
- Simpler overall platform
- Cast-iron grill and hotplate
- Viewing window
- Quartz Start ignition
- Available in black or stainless steel
The 1600 Series is the stronger choice when you want additional burner output and a more sophisticated cooking and cleanup system without stepping all the way up to the 7000 Series.
1600 Series vs 7000 Classic 4 Burner
The 1600 Series and 7000 Classic both use 17 MJ/hr cast-iron burners, but their construction and positioning differ.
1600 Series BBG1640DA
- 4 × 17 MJ/hr cast-iron burners
- 68 MJ/hr output
- 3,840cm² cooking area
- Graphite powder-coated finish
- Vitreous enamel firebox
- Full-width viewing window
- 804mm width
7000 Classic BBG7640SA
- 4 × 17 MJ/hr cast-iron burners
- 68 MJ/hr output
- 3,740cm² cooking area
- Premium stainless steel construction
- 304-grade stainless firebox and hood
- Full-width viewing window
- 820mm width
The 1600 Series Graphite is particularly appealing if you prefer a darker modern finish, while the 7000 Classic is the step up when premium stainless steel construction is the priority.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Product |
Beefeater 1600 Series 4 Burner Built-In BBQ |
| Model |
BBG1640DA |
| BBQ Type |
Built-In |
| Finish |
Powder-Coated Graphite |
| Fuel |
Gas |
| Natural Gas Conversion |
Yes – BNGB001 |
| Number of Burners |
4 |
| Burner Material |
Cast Iron |
| Burner Output |
17 MJ/hr each |
| Total Burner Output |
68 MJ/hr |
| Total Cooking Area |
3,840cm² |
| Hotplate |
1 |
| Hotplate Material |
Porcelain-Enamelled Cast Iron |
| Grill |
1 |
| Grill Material |
Porcelain-Enamelled Cast Iron |
| Vaporisers |
Yes |
| Vaporiser Material |
Stainless Steel |
| Roasting Hood |
Yes |
| Hood Material |
Stainless Steel |
| Hood Layers |
2 |
| Hood Style |
Rollback |
| Viewing Window |
Full Width |
| Temperature Gauge |
Integrated |
| Elevated Cooking Rack |
Yes |
| Ignition |
Quartz Start |
| Firebox |
Fully Seam-Welded Vitreous Enamel |
| Drip Tray |
Full Width, Front Access |
| Flame Failure |
No |
| Controls |
Front-Mounted Rotary Knobs |
| Overall Width |
804mm |
| Overall Depth |
555mm |
| Height – Hood Closed |
517mm |
| Height – Hood Open |
903mm |
These specifications are taken directly from Beefeater's current Australian listing for the BBG1640DA.
Perfect For
- Custom outdoor kitchens
- Medium-size alfresco areas
- Graphite and black outdoor kitchens
- Family BBQs
- Steak
- Burgers
- Sausages
- Chicken
- Seafood
- Breakfast cooking
- Roasting
- Indirect cooking
- Hood-down cooking
- LPG installations
- Natural Gas installations with conversion
Why Buy the Beefeater 1600 Series From Hot Things?
Hot Things specialises in Beefeater built-in BBQs and custom outdoor kitchens in Perth.
The BBG1640DA is particularly appealing for outdoor kitchens where you want a darker, contemporary BBQ while still getting a strong 68 MJ/hr burner system and 3,840cm² cooking area.
Its relatively compact 804mm overall width also leaves more room in the kitchen for benchtop, storage, refrigeration, sinks or a separate side burner.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many burners does the Beefeater BBG1640DA have?
The BBG1640DA has four cast-iron burners, each rated at 17 MJ/hr.
How powerful is the Beefeater 1600 Series 4 Burner?
The four burners provide a combined 68 MJ/hr total burner output.
How large is the cooking area?
The BBG1640DA has a total cooking area of 3,840cm².
What colour is the BBG1640DA?
Beefeater describes the finish as powder-coated Graphite, giving the BBQ a dark contemporary appearance.
What are the burners made from?
The four main burners are cast iron, with stainless steel vaporisers above them.
Does the BBG1640DA have a grill and hotplate?
Yes. It includes one porcelain-enamelled cast-iron grill and one porcelain-enamelled cast-iron hotplate.
Can you roast in the Beefeater 1600 Series?
Yes. The double-layer roasting hood allows you to use the BBQ for indirect and hood-down cooking as well as conventional grilling.
What is a rollback hood?
The roasting hood rolls backwards over the BBQ rather than requiring a large conventional rear swing. This helps make the appliance easier to integrate into an outdoor-kitchen layout.
Does the hood have a viewing window?
Yes. It has a full-width glass viewing window, allowing you to check food without repeatedly opening the hood.
Does it have a temperature gauge?
Yes. An integrated temperature gauge is built into the roasting hood.
Does the BBG1640DA have a warming rack?
Yes. It includes an elevated multifunctional cooking rack, which can be used to keep food warm or provide another elevated cooking area.
What ignition system does the BBG1640DA use?
It uses Quartz Start ignition on all four burners.
How does the grease tray work?
The BBG1640DA has a full-width front-access drip tray. The raised hotplate edges help direct oil and grease towards the catchment system.
Does the BBG1640DA have flame failure?
No. Beefeater lists Flame Failure: No for this model.
Can the BBG1640DA be converted to Natural Gas?
Yes. Beefeater lists Natural Gas conversion as available and confirms that the BNGB001 Natural Gas Conversion Kit is compatible with the BBG1640DA.
How wide is the Beefeater BBG1640DA?
The BBG1640DA is 804mm wide overall.
What are the dimensions of the BBG1640DA?
The overall appliance dimensions are:
- Width: 804mm
- Depth: 555mm
- Height with hood closed: 517mm
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Height with hood open: 903mm
These are overall appliance dimensions. For cabinetry, stone and clearances, always use the current Beefeater installation manual rather than treating them as the required cut-out dimensions.
